Print Edition | May 2023

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Both the Orphic Mystery tradition and Freemasonry share significant similarities in their beliefs and practices. Both center around the idea of personal growth and self-improvement and place a strong emphasis on the importance of moral and ethical teachings. The Orphic Mysteries aimed to purify the soul and reunite it with the divine, while Masonry strives to develop virtues such as truth and charity in its members. Read all about their similarities in this issue edited by Antonios Chrysovergis (Tony Crisos).

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In this Issue

The Divine Dialogue

Antonios Chrysovergis introduces the Orphic tradition (rooted in middle bronze age Greece) and discusses its similarities to Freemasonry.

Masonic Pioneer

We look at Spyridon Nagos, Freemason, founder of Prometheus Lodge in Athens, and the man responsible for the renewal and reorganization of the Orphic Mysteries.

On the Idea of Light in Masonry

Translated for the first time into English, this essay is an esoteric meditation on the Masonic ritual by Spyrodemos Anemogiannis-Sinanidis, Freemason, academic, and Orphic.

A Personal Connection in the Tradition of Orpheus

Michael Jarzabek talks about his experiences in Orphism and how the latter has helped him gain a deeper understanding of Western esotericism.

Purification Through the Elements

Angel Millar explores the little-known Masonic ritual of purification through the ancient Greek elements, from the Egyptian Rite to the Royal Arch.

Final Word

Albert Mackey tells us that Freemasons should hold “the mysticism of Orpheus” in as high esteem as Pythagoras.